Category: Education
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Experts warn that children cannot be a ‘product’ of social media
The debate over children’s use of social media and the circulation of content that exploits the image of minors has gained enormous repercussion in recent days following the complaints made by influencer Felca Bress. For experts interviewed by Agência Brasil, it is necessary to establish clear rules for social media and platforms to combat the…
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How the Brain Changes with Learning New Languages
There are numerous reasons to learn a new language: work, love, or personal interest in the culture or people of a region. Research also shows that learning languages benefits the overall health of the brain. Learning a new language is like exercising the brain. Just as muscles strengthen with physical training, neural pathways remodel when…
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Egypt Inaugurates World’s Largest Archaeological Museum Dedicated to Egyptian Civilization
Egypt’s President Abdel-Fattah Al-Sisi announced that the Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM, English acronym) will be officially inaugurated on November 1st. All internal works have been finalized, and the museum is ready to receive visitors, as reported by Sada El-Balad, a TV BRICS partner. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly also instructed the competent agencies to prepare for…
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Maranhense Dancer Signs Lifetime Contract with Paris Opera
The dancer Marcos Sousa, 18 years old, is the first Brazilian to have a lifetime contract to join the ballet corps of the prestigious Paris National Opera, one of the world’s most renowned ballet companies. The news arrived on June 28, and now Marcos is preparing to return to the French capital and begin a…
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Tourist Guide Features Itineraries Linked to Afro-Brazilian Culture
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The Guia do Afroturismo no Brasil – Roteiros e Experiências da Cultura Afro-Brasileira do país, launched this week by the Ministry of Tourism, provides a diagnosis of afrotourism in Brazil, mapping experiences and tourist services led by Black people, in addition to identifying national and international best practices and supporting public policies aimed at the…
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International Students Thrive in U.S. Higher Education Institutions
The United States is the top destination for people studying abroad. International students come to the United States motivated by the academic distinction and institutional support at U.S. colleges and universities – and also by the value that a U.S. degree represents for graduates’ careers. With many options to consider, international students often seek guidance…
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Portuguese: the seventh most spoken language in the world
To the surprise of many, Portuguese is not spoken only in Portugal, but also in Brazil, Africa, and Asia. In total, nine countries use Portuguese as their main language. They are: Angola, Brazil, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Equatorial Guinea, Mozambique, Portugal, São Tomé and Príncipe, and Timor-Leste. The combined population of these countries is approximately 270…
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UNICEF Celebrates 75 Years of Work with Brazilian Children and Adolescents
On its 75th anniversary in Brazil, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has been one of the main partners in promoting and defending the rights of Brazilian children and adolescents. When it began its activities in Brazil, 158 out of every 1,000 children born died before completing one year of age – 16 out of…
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UNICEF Marks 75 Years of Work with Children and Adolescents
Upon completing 75 years in Brazil, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has been one of the main partners in promoting and defending the rights of Brazilian children and adolescents. When it began its activities in the country, 158 out of every thousand children born died before completing one year. In other words, 16 out…
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July 4th and September 7th: How the United States and Brazil Celebrate Independence Day
On July 4th, the streets of the United States fill with flags and excited families celebrating independence. A few months later, on September 7th, Brazil also celebrates its independence—but in a very different tone. With military parades, official ceremonies, and little popular engagement, the date goes almost unnoticed by many Brazilians. Although both nations achieved…